CODEINE HYDROCHLORIDE Property

Melting point:

~280° with some decompn

alpha 

D22 -108°

storage temp. 

2-8°C

solubility 

Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol (96 per cent), practically insoluble in cyclohexane.

Safety

Toxicity

LD50 s.c. in mice: 300 mg/kg (Eddy, Sumwalt)

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

H318Causes serious eye damage

H362May cause harm to breast-fed children

Precautionary statements

P201Obtain special instructions before use.

P260Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P263Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P301+P312IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.

P302+P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.

P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

P308+P313IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P310Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).

P330Rinse mouth.

P333+P313IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P501Dispose of contents/container to..…

CODEINE HYDROCHLORIDE Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Chemical Properties

White or almost white, crystalline powder or small, colourless crystals.

Uses

Opioid receptor agonist; analgesic.

Contact allergens

Codeine has been reported as an occupational sensitizer in workers in the production of opium alkaloids. Codeine has been responsible for fixed drug eruptions or generalized dermatitis. Cross-sensitivity is expected to morphine.